It would probably be a good idea to seal the vapour barrier back around the fan.
Blown insulation over bathroom fan.
He result of the insulation problem around a bathroom exhaust fan is either water stains or mold near the vent of your bathroom.
Both can be added to uninsulated attics or layered over existing material.
Once you ve decided which type is best for you examine the material options and prices to home in on the right product.
Is it customary to cover the fan 39 s top housing with some kind of a cap to protect it from being contaminated with the insulation dust.
All you have.
Seal holes in the fan housing with caulk sealing putty or metal tape.
Insulate the bathroom exhaust vent fan ducts.
The attic 39 s insulation cold climate is blown cellulose particles.
However blown insulation can create a fire hazard if it comes in contact with electrical fixtures.
Check the directions specifications of your exhaust fan it should say if it is rated to have insulation next to or on top of it.
Keep calm if that happens to you.
Loose fill or batt the common term for blanket insulation.
In un conditioned space such as an attic where otherwise your fan duct will be exposed to cold attic air in winter use insulated solid metal ducting or insulated flex duct.
For diy attic insulation you ve got two choices.
Air seal around kitchen and bathroom exhaust fans to keep conditioned air from leaking into unconditioned space.
An exhaust fan has been added to the upper floor bathroom.
Insulating your attic can significantly decrease your heating and cooling costs.